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Welcome to Crosden Consulting

Crosden Consulting is built on experience, integrity, and expertise. Led by Chief Scott Hughes and a team of subject matter experts, we provide consulting, expert witness services, and training for law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations. Whether navigating legal complexities or improving policy frameworks, we deliver real-world solutions that drive results.

For more information on our services, explore our website to see how Crosden Consulting can support you.

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Public Safety Consulting

Our team at Crosden Consulting offers specialized expertise in law enforcement, risk management, and beyond. We collaborate closely with agencies to thoroughly assess their operations and integrate industry-leading best practices. These efforts minimize liability, enhance community trust, and improve organizational efficiency.

For more information on our consulting services, contact us today.

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Media & Public Safety Insights

Crosden Consulting is a trusted source for law enforcement insights, public safety strategies, and legal analysis. Chief Hughes and our experts have been featured in podcasts, media interviews, and industry publications, offering expertise on policing, leadership, and risk mitigation.

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He Smoked Meth on Camera and Came Back to Work. Here’s What Leadership Missed.

NOV 1, 2025

by: Chief Scott Hughes

 

The Case That Says It All

Former NOPD Officer Maurice Bailey joined the department in September 2022. Fifteen months later, his own body-worn camera captured him smoking me...

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The Streets Don’t Come with Safe Zones

OCT 25, 2025

Empathy Without Edge: Why the Fundamentals Still Matter in Policing

By Chief Scott Hughes


“Professionalism doesn’t start with a badge; it starts with basic manners.”
– Chief Scott Hughes

He wa...

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When Standards Slip: Why Rules Still Matter in Policing

OCT 22, 2025

By: Chief Scott Hughes

 

“You can’t do what you want, when you want, and expect there to be no consequences.”
That’s not just a leadership principle - it's a life lesson.

Somewhere between polic...

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